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Shining a Light on Pediatric Pulmonary Hypertension: New Hope for Better Lives
Pediatric critical care specialist Jeffrey R. Fineman, MD, breaks down a complex condition with wide-ranging symptoms in babies and children.
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Better Asthma Management: An Expert on Risk-Reducing Strategies
Pediatric pulmonologist Ngoc Ly, MD, MPH, unpacks the latest evidence on asthma medications and regimens for controlling symptoms and reducing emergency visits.
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How to Handle Hernias: A Pediatric Expert’s Guide to Emergencies Versus Wait-and-See’s
Here’s help with distinguishing hernias from hydroceles and knowing when delaying the repair is wise. Pediatric surgeon Aaron R. Jensen, MD, FACS, FAAP, offers a straightforward diagnostic method, surprising tips on imaging, and the evidence on anesthesia’s risks and long-term repercussions for the very young.
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Adolescent Isolation, Anxiety and Anger: How to Manage COVID’s Heightening Effects
Child and adolescent psychiatrist Petra Steinbuchel, MD, discusses the ongoing behavioral fallout from the pandemic, presenting the evidence on increases in mental health problems among adolescents.
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Aortic Abnormalities: How to Identify Pediatric Patients at Risk
Pediatric cardiologist Emilio Quezada, MD, discusses signs that a young patient should be evaluated for genetic syndromes associated with thoracic aorta dilation and aneurysm.
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Navigate the Labyrinth of Eating Disorders: An Expert on Detection and Therapy
Drawing on extensive experience, Sasha Gorrell, PhD, part of the UCSF Eating Disorders Program, describes how to recognize and distinguish types of eating disorders, shedding light on common comorbidities and pointing out diagnostic pitfalls.
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Sinusitis Emergencies in Kids: Be Alert to Complications of a Common Condition
Pediatric otolaryngologist David Conrad, MD, FAAP, provides keys to diagnosing various types of sinusitis and breaks down the serious complications that may develop in children and especially teens.
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Fevers in Infants: Crucial Screening Guidelines From UCSF Experts
Collect pearls of wisdom from this animated discussion of triage for febrile infants, who may appear well even with a dangerous issue brewing. Our experienced pediatric emergency specialists provide advice for babies based on age and useful flowcharts help providers determine when sepsis is a concern.
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A Critical Plan: Ensure Your Facility Is Prepared for Pediatric Mass Casualties
Mass casualty incidents (MCI’s) happen everywhere and challenge resources, whether in established trauma centers or remote general medicine facilities.
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Return-to-Play After COVID: An Update on Heart and Vaccine Concerns in Pediatric Patients
Pediatric cardiologist Lisa Arcilla, MD, FACC, presents a timely guide to identifying youngsters at risk for cardiac involvement from COVID-19
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Identifying Youngsters at Risk for Sudden Cardiac Death: A Lifesaving Look at the Evidence
Pediatric cardiologist and electrophysiologist Akash Patel, MD, breaks down the underlying conditions that can cause sudden cardiac arrest leading to death in children and young adults.
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Pediatric Precision Cancer Medicine Program
The Precision Cancer Medicine Program at UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospitals provides unparalleled expertise as one of the nation’s pre-eminent programs for advanced, molecularly focused pediatric cancer diagnosis and care.
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The Backache Blues: How to Satisfy Patients With This Ordinary – and Elusive – Complaint
Among the most common reasons for seeking medical care , low back pain is best addressed when primary care and specialty providers work collaboratively.
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The Robot Will Assist You Now: Better Techniques for Blocked Kidneys in Kids
Laurence S. Baskin, MD, UCSF’s chief of pediatric urology, offers an exciting look at how specialists are using the da Vinci robot to enhance the precision of pediatric pyeloplasty.
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From Knees to Toes: Straight Talk on Common Orthopedic Abnormalities in Kids
Pediatricians see numerous leg and foot discrepancies, ranging from simple in utero “packaging” problems to red flags for serious disorders, such as cerebral palsy.
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Childhood Tooth Decay: An Epidemic With Solutions Rooted in Primary Care
Pediatric dentist Ray Stewart, DMD, MS, explores the reasons so many toddlers have cavities before their first dental visit, the condition’s impact on physical health, and longstanding barriers to fixing the problem.
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Neurofibromatosis Update: The Primary Care Provider’s Role and New Hope in Treating Tumors
Pediatric neurologist Alyssa T. Reddy, MD, director of the UCSF Neurofibromatosis Program, breaks down the complex, multisystem signs of NF1, among the most common inherited neurologic disorders.
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Concussion in Kids: Keys to Diagnosis and Recovery Optimization
This guide for the primary care provider covers concussion assessment tools; explains when imaging is essential and which technologies offer the most value; and reports the latest on treatments to speed recovery, including amended perspectives on strict rest and certain medications.
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Serious Snoring: How to Identify and Care for Kids With Obstructive Sleep Apnea
OSA in children has physical and behavioral consequences. Yet it’s challenging to diagnose and determine appropriate treatments, which range from monitoring to medications to surgeries.
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Little Ones: Identify and Manage Malnutrition in Pediatric Primary Care
Pediatricians often see the condition of poor growth due to inadequate nutrition – long called failure to thrive but poorly defined. This presentation from pediatric gastroenterologist Arathi Lakhole, MD, MPH, delivers a clearer understanding of this wide-ranging disorder and its many causes.
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Bone Up on Pediatric Fractures: A Lesson on Types and Respecting the Growth Plate
Young bone is different from mature bone – so kids’ bones break and heal differently.
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Kids and Hormones: Identify + Investigate Endocrine Issues in the Primary Care Setting
Pediatric endocrinologist Tariq Ahmad, MD, FAAP, explains how to work up patients with suspected hormonal imbalances, including thyroid disorders, diabetes and growth disorders; discusses interpretation of common tests; clarifies when to refer; and provides guidelines for starting treatment while awaiting a consult.
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Understanding Bladder-Bowel Issues in Children – and Getting Them to Happier Voiding
Nurse practitioner Lucille Huang, who specializes in pediatric urology, breaks down voiding troubles in kids – a common reason for urological referrals.
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Name That Rash: A Pictorial Guide for Perplexed Pediatricians
This presentation covers acute skin issues in children that often panic parents and puzzle pediatricians, with a focus on problems that increased during quarantine. UCSF dermatologist Renee Howard, MD, provides tips for these conditions.
